Bus from Preston to Edinburgh from $16

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Compare all timetables for the bus from Preston to Edinburgh

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Preston to Edinburgh from various bus operators like National Express, FlixBus or Avanti West Coast for the next days.
today
from $33
tomorrow
from $16
Friday
from $39
Saturday
from $17
Sunday
from $21
Monday
from $21
Tuesday
from $36

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    6h 15m
    0
    4:35 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    10:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $33
  • National Express
    8h 0m
    0
    2:25 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    10:25 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Preston to Edinburgh via Glasgow, you can save more than $16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 20m
      0
      4:35 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      8:30 PM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 20m
      0
      8:35 PM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      9:55 PM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew's House Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $7
    Travel Time is 0h 55m shorter, and you will save $16

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    6h 15m
    0
    4:35 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    10:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $16

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    8h 0m
    0
    2:25 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    10:25 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $39
  • Did you know that if you travel from Preston to Edinburgh via Glasgow, you can save more than $22? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 20m
      0
      4:35 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      8:30 PM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 20m
      0
      8:35 PM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      9:55 PM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew's House Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $7
    Travel Time is 2h 40m shorter, and you will save $22

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    6h 15m
    0
    4:35 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    10:50 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    8h 0m
    0
    2:25 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    10:25 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $39

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Avanti West Coast
    5h 20m
    0
    9:55 AM
    Preston
    Central Station
    3:15 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    $21
  • Avanti West Coast
    5h 15m
    0
    10:55 AM
    Preston
    Central Station
    4:10 PM
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    $21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Preston to Edinburgh via Glasgow, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 20m
      0
      4:35 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      8:30 PM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 20m
      0
      8:35 PM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      9:55 PM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew's House Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $7
    Travel time is 0h 5m longer, but you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    6h 50m
    0
    4:35 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    11:25 PM
    Edinburgh
    St Andrew's House Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $21
  • National Express
    8h 0m
    0
    2:25 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    10:25 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $44
  • Did you know that if you travel from Preston to Edinburgh via Glasgow, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 20m
      0
      4:35 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      8:30 PM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 20m
      0
      8:35 PM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      9:55 PM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew's House Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $7
    Travel Time is 1h 30m shorter, and you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • National Express
    8h 0m
    0
    2:25 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    10:25 AM
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $36
  • Did you know that if you travel from Preston to Edinburgh via Glasgow, you can save more than $19? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      5h 20m
      0
      4:35 PM
      Preston
      Bus Station
      8:30 PM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $10
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 20m
      0
      8:35 PM
      Glasgow
      Buchanan Bus Station
      9:55 PM
      Edinburgh
      St Andrew's House Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $7
    Travel Time is 2h 40m shorter, and you will save $19

Frequency of bus connections between Preston and Edinburgh

See here how frequent the connections between Preston and Edinburgh are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily buses from Preston to Edinburgh. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Preston and Edinburgh.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 5 buses from Preston to Edinburgh, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Preston and Edinburgh, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Preston to Edinburgh

Compare all providers like National Express, FlixBus and Avanti West Coast that travel 1 times every day by bus from Preston to Edinburgh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Preston to Edinburgh starting from $16!

Cheapest Bus $16
Fastest Bus 5h 15m
Earliest Bus 2:25 AM
Latest Bus 2:25 AM
Daily Bus Routes 1 Ø
Distance 152.6 miles
Bus Companies National Express, FlixBus and Avanti West Coast

Cheapest bus connections from Preston to Edinburgh

Every day, 1 buses from 3 bus companies leave Preston for Edinburgh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/07/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 05/04
Monday 05/05
Tuesday 05/06
Wednesday 05/07
$33
Thursday 05/08
$16
Friday 05/09
$39
Saturday 05/10
$39
Sunday 05/11
$21
Monday 05/12
$21
Tuesday 05/13
$36
Wednesday 05/14
$39
Thursday 05/15
$17
Friday 05/16
Saturday 05/17
Sunday 05/18
$39
Monday 05/19
$36
Tuesday 05/20
Wednesday 05/21
$36
Thursday 05/22
Friday 05/23
$19
Saturday 05/24
$42
Sunday 05/25
Monday 05/26
$23
Tuesday 05/27
Wednesday 05/28
$38
Thursday 05/29
$20
Friday 05/30
Saturday 05/31

The cheapest time to travel from Preston to Edinburgh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Preston to Edinburgh, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $16, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Preston to Edinburgh. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $38.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Preston to Edinburgh, with $16. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $36.

How to save money travelling from Preston to Edinburgh

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Preston to Edinburgh in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Preston to Edinburgh, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Preston to Edinburgh are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Preston and Edinburgh

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Preston and Edinburgh.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Preston to Edinburgh? Compare all modes of transports from Preston to Edinburgh.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Preston to Edinburgh

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Preston to Edinburgh? Or which bus companies serve the route Preston to Edinburgh? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Preston to Edinburgh bus

How much does a Preston Edinburgh bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $16 and takes 6h 15m to reach Edinburgh. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Preston to Edinburgh?

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $16 and $44. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Edinburgh.

On average, how many connections are available from Preston to Edinburgh each day?

Every day, the Preston to Edinburgh bus route is served by approximately 1 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Preston to Edinburgh take?

The fastest bus from Preston to Edinburgh is offered by Avanti West Coast and takes 5h 15m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $21. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Preston to Edinburgh?

The earliest bus arriving in Edinburgh from Preston starts at 2:25 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Preston to Edinburgh?

The latest bus trip departing from Preston for Edinburgh starts at 2:25 AM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Preston Edinburgh route?

When traveling by bus from Preston to Edinburgh, passengers can travel with National Express, FlixBus and Avanti West Coast. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Edinburgh?

You can check all the direct connections between Preston and Edinburgh by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: National Express, FlixBus and Avanti West Coast.

What can I take with me on the Preston to Edinburgh bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Preston Edinburgh bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Preston Edinburgh bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Preston to Edinburgh on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Preston to Edinburgh

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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